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Tylenol when pregnant

White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
is my toddler normal

Is your toddler’s behavior normal or cause for concern? Here’s how to tell

Devon Kuntzman, parenting expert and author of Transforming Toddlerhood helps us parse it out.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025
Viral 9 year old perfectly writing brand logos

This 9-year-old picked up a marker—and left millions speechless

Yes, Dylan’s TikTok is amazing. But the bigger message is even better: Kids don’t need to do things “the right way” to do them beautifully.

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
easy sheet pan dinners

8 family-friendly sheet pan dinners that require little more than arranging food

Sometimes the best meals are the ones that happen while you're busy doing everything else.

Updated Sep. 23, 2025

2025 State of Motherhood Survey

Motherhood can be so many things. And we want to hear what it’s like for you in 2025.

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Kieran Culkin and Jazz Charton

Kieran Culkin’s wife Jazz Charton is 9 months pregnant—fulfilling their Oscars “baby pact”

The couple, who already share daughter Kinsey, 6, and son Wilder, 4, are adding another little one to the family.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
Morning sickness research

The surprising reason morning sickness may be good for you and your baby

Researchers say it may be a sign of a healthy, finely tuned immune system working behind the scenes.

Updated Sep. 29, 2025
Shaun Alexander pregnancy announcement

Shaun Alexander reveals baby no. 14 is on the way—inside life with his 13 kids

From NFL stardom to fathering a bustling household, Shaun Alexander’s journey shows what family connection looks like at scale.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Luke Combs Instagram pregnancy announcement

Luke Combs’ sons had the sweetest role in announcing baby no. 3

Luke Combs shares a heartwarming family moment as he and Nicole announce baby no. 3 with their sons in tow

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
mom teaches tween about social media

An 11-year-old was about to get her first phone—then her mom came up with a ‘social media prep school

This mom’s “Social Media Prep School” is teaching her tween how to handle online comments before they even get a phone.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
tru fru freeze dried recall

Tru Fru strawberry snacks recalled nationwide over possible metal fragments—what parents should check tonight

Pantry check, parents! Tru Fru just recalled several freeze-dried strawberry snacks over possible metal fragments—here’s what you need to know before your kids reach for a treat.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
mom shower hack

New mom’s viral shower hack is giving parents a game-changing idea

Struggling to shower as a new mom? Kailey Davis’ viral hack shows how a simple trick turned a chaotic moment into a win for both mom and baby

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
Toddler

A bold request at a children’s museum leaves a 3-year-old stunned—and parents debating

Should adults intervene right away, or let kids navigate social hiccups on their own?

Updated Sep. 29, 2025
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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

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6 ways to celebrate Women’s History Month with your kids

Make memories while building lasting knowledge with these fun and easy ideas.

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How Blueland’s founder makes sustainable back-to-school shopping effortless and affordable

Her advice stems from real experience as both a mother and an entrepreneur who's tested countless products in search of ones that actually work for real families.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025
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The “window of enjoyment” in parenting: One mom’s honest take

From sweet baby snuggles to being a ‘complete embarrassment’'—a mom's real talk on the parenting timeline.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025
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Golden Retriever gives mom side-eye for being “too slow” to the crying baby

The text on screen sums it up perfectly: “All the times my dog judged me for not jumping up fast enough when he hears the baby cry.”

Updated Aug. 25, 2025
American Girl plush doll

American Girl just gave us plush versions of our childhood obsessions (and my inner Molly McIntire stan is living)

Each doll is $65 and comes with a board book. Your inner child is not included but will probably show up uninvited anyway.

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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Do babies speak a “secret language”? A viral TikTok has parents all curious

At one predictable moment, a baby onscreen bursts into laughter, and parents gleefully scribble across the screen: “I think she understood.”

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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Do moms ever get to ‘bed rot’ again? This viral debate hits hard

In her video, which has more than 2 million views, DiDonato said the second she had her baby, she stopped sitting down

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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Keke Palmer’s message to moms: stop feeling guilty for working—‘especially in this economy’

Moms shouldn’t apologize for doing what’s necessary to support their families

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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This girl dad cried at Olivia Rodrigo concert—and the reason has us tearing up, too

“He stood seven hours in the heat—and sobbed harder than most teens.”

Updated Aug. 21, 2025
toys saying goodbye to 18 year old adult

Mom finds the sweetest way to send her son to college with a Toy Story-inspired goodbye

For a final moment, she took her son’s childhood to infinity and beyond.

Updated Aug. 21, 2025
Bags of raw shrimp

Radioactive shrimp recall expands—check your freezer if you shop at Walmart, Kroger, or other major chains

The only shrimp that tested positive for radioactive contamination never made it onto store shelves, but the FDA and Walmart are moving quickly to recall select products as a preventive step.

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
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The back-to-school pickup habit that might be shutting kids down

Asking a string of questions right after school can actually be counterproductive

Updated Aug. 20, 2025
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Mom goes into labor dressed as the Grinch—and finds joy in the chaos

The 19-year-old from Vernon, British Columbia, went into labor while trick-or-treating with her younger brother and ended up rolling into the hospital in full costume: green face paint, Santa suit, and even an onion in hand

Updated Aug. 20, 2025
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Why the new ‘tradwife’ dictionary definition is stirring debate among moms

While the dictionary’s editors note that their role is to observe and record language rather than pass judgment, the addition has drawn criticism for oversimplifying a nuanced cultural phenomenon.

Updated Aug. 20, 2025
working mom

Someone at work questioned my ambition because I’m a mom. The irony? He was a dad

When pitching an investor, I got a question that stopped me in my tracks. Here’s how I wish I had responded—and what it taught me about proving the doubters wrong.

Updated Aug. 20, 2025
motherhood career

I built my business during my baby’s 40-minute naps—and it changed how I work forever

And then I became a mother, and that vision of an ideal workday became impossible.

Updated Aug. 20, 2025
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Navigating Vaccination: Tips and Information for Moms

Chatting about vaccinations with your pediatrician doesn’t have to feel overwhelming! Check out where you can find helpful info to prep for your next visit and learn why it matters.

Updated Aug. 20, 2025
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